Rise of the Footsoldier 2007
“Based on the shocking true story.”
What is Rise of the Footsoldier?
Rise of the Footsoldier is a 2007 film classified under the action, crime, and thriller genres. Based on a shocking true story, the narrative follows Carlton Leach.
- Type
- Film
- Year
- 2007
- Status
- Released
- Runtime
- 119 minutes
- Release date
- Sep 7, 2007
- Original language
- EN
- Origin
- United Kingdom
- Studios
- Carnaby International, Hanover Films, Splice Post
- Budget
- $4,000,000
- Revenue
- $355,345
- Genres
- Action, Crime, Thriller
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Rise of the Footsoldier is a 2007 film classified under the action, crime, and thriller genres. Based on a shocking true story, the narrative follows Carlton Leach. Leach rises from being one of the most feared generals of the football terraces to becoming a member of a notorious gang of criminals. This gang rampaged their way through London and Essex in the late nineteen-eighties and early nineteen-nineties.
The top cast of the film includes Ricci Harnett in the role of Carlton Leach, Craig Fairbrass as Pat Tate, Terry Stone as Tony Tucker, and Roland Manookian as Craig Rolfe. Additional members of the cast feature Coralie Rose as Denny and Neil Maskell as Darren. The film is part of a British gangster film franchise written and directed by individuals including Julian Gilbey, Will Gilbey, Ricci Harnett, and Zackary Adler.
Should you watch it?
“A football hooligan ascends to the top of a ruthless criminal gang in late twentieth-century England.”
- Features a gritty portrayal of the London and Essex criminal underworld
- Explores the real-life evolution of Carlton Leach
- Established a long-running British gangster film franchise
- The film contains intense and shocking depictions of criminal violence
Watch it if you enjoy biographical crime dramas centered on the rise of notorious British gang figures.
This film is rated R and maintains a fast-paced, violent tone typical of the British crime thriller genre.
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Where can I stream Rise of the Footsoldier?
The film is currently available for streaming on Amazon Prime.
Is this film worth watching?
It is a foundational entry in a six-film franchise, making it essential for fans of the British gangster genre.
How long is the movie?
The film has a runtime of one hour and fifty-nine minutes.
Is this a standalone film?
No, it is the first installment of a six-film series that explores the criminal underworld.
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